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Dr. Aomawa Shields on Life on Other Planets
Manage episode 373797728 series 2835373
Astrobiologist Dr. Aomawa Shields discusses her latest book, Life on Other Planets: A Memoir of Finding My Place in the Universe. The book charts her life as an astronomer, classically-trained actor, mother, and Black woman in STEM, searching for life in the universe while building a meaningful life here on Earth. Dr. Shields studies the universe outside our Solar System, researching and uncovering the planets circling distant stars with just the right conditions that could support life.
Shields' book, Life on Other Planets, is on sale now.
For subscriber-only exclusives, register for a free account today at www.closertotruth.com.
126 episodes
Manage episode 373797728 series 2835373
Astrobiologist Dr. Aomawa Shields discusses her latest book, Life on Other Planets: A Memoir of Finding My Place in the Universe. The book charts her life as an astronomer, classically-trained actor, mother, and Black woman in STEM, searching for life in the universe while building a meaningful life here on Earth. Dr. Shields studies the universe outside our Solar System, researching and uncovering the planets circling distant stars with just the right conditions that could support life.
Shields' book, Life on Other Planets, is on sale now.
For subscriber-only exclusives, register for a free account today at www.closertotruth.com.
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